Base for a telephone handset or similar article



FIG. 1 is a top and right side perspective view of a base for a telephone handset or similar article showing my new design;

FIG. 2 is a left side elevational view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a rear elevational view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a top plan view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a bottom plan view thereof; and

FIG. 6 is a front elevational view thereof. 

The ornamental design for a base for a telephone handset or similar article, as shown and described. 